What is Pilates?

It involves a sliding exercise platform, known as a “reformer,” as well as a variety of
springs, pullies, weights and other equipment.

The Pilates technique was originally created by Joseph Pilates, born in Germany in 1880. Mr.
Pilates devised this innovative form of exercise to overcome physical ailments of his own, as well as to help bedridden hospital patients exercise with resistance using a variety of springs he
fastened to their beds.